Mercedes-Benz Passenger A0029932996 V-Ribbed Belt

Description

The V-Ribbed Belt is a high-performance drive belt designed to transmit power efficiently within an engine. It is installed in the drive train of passenger vehicles. Its ribbed pattern enhances grip, reducing slippage and wear, while the reinforced material ensures durability at high temperatures. Manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Passenger, MPN A0029932996, the belt measures 30 × 110 × 480 mm and originates from Germany.

Key Features & Benefits

This belt is basically the engine’s workhorse for powering a bunch of accessories. It runs things like your alternator, which keeps the battery charged and runs all your electrical stuff. It also drives the power steering pump, so you can actually turn the wheel easily, and the air conditioning compressor, for keeping you cool. Some engines even use it to run the water pump, which keeps the engine from overheating. It's a pretty busy part. Think of it as the connection between the engine’s power and all those important accessories. The engine spins, the belt transfers that spin to the accessories, and they do their job. It's a continuous loop winding around pulleys on each component. It’s a pretty straightforward system, but everything relies on that one belt being in good shape.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, if this belt goes, things stop working. You’ll notice if your battery light comes on, because the alternator won't be charging. Power steering will get heavy, making the car hard to steer, and the AC will quit cooling. If it drives the water pump, you could quickly overheat. It acts like a shield, protecting your other components from failure, in a way. It’s a relatively inexpensive part to replace, compared to what could happen if you ignore it when it starts to wear. You can find them easily enough—Fixparts Online carries a good selection, but a lot of auto parts stores will have them in stock. It's generally a good idea to have it inspected during regular maintenance, just to be sure.

Warranty Information

Mercedes-Benz Passenger V-Ribbed Belt (MPN A0029932996) comes with a 1-year warranty.